Cold Lake considering rental incentive policy for new builds

Cold Lake, AB – As concerns about housing and the rental market in the face of expected growth continue to focus the City’s efforts, Council will consider reintroducing an updated Multiunit Rental Housing Incentive Program.

Such a program was introduced in 2013, resulting in 318 new rental units being built in the community before the policy was rescinded in 2017 after the crash in oil prices slowed demand throughout the region.

“In smaller communities, far from large urban centres, it is very...

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Council to consider security plan, limiting access to Energy Centre

Cold Lake, AB – Cold Lake City Council will be considering plans to compartmentalize spaces at the Cold Lake Energy Centre to limit public access during the day and improve overall security at the facility.

The discussion began at Council’s Corporate priorities meeting on Feb. 20, 2024, after several fights in the hallways and washrooms, and reports of continued vandalism throughout the facility. Most of the incidents occur in the daytime hours, during the weekdays. The latest instance of...

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OHV bylaw amended to allow riders access to some amenities

Cold Lake, AB – Cold Lake City Council made changes to the City’s Off-Highway Vehicle Bylaw that allow people accessing the city by OHVs greater access to amenities.

The new bylaw allows OHV drivers to access and park at businesses providing short-term living accommodations such as a hotel, motel, or a bed and breakfast. Operators may also park their vehicle on a designated OHV trail for up to three hours, provided they do not obstruct other vehicles from using the trail.

Previous restrictions...

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Beautification award winners announced

Cold Lake, AB – Seven residents were awarded a Community Beautification Award for the efforts made to their properties in 2023.

“We are so proud of the work and dedication that our residents put into their residences and businesses to help keep Cold Lake looking as beautiful as it does,” said Mayor Craig Copeland.

The seven award winners were: Jennifer Hetherington, Leeland Hiebert, Thomas Isenor and Hannah Penn, Matthew Luxmore, Samantha Macken, Robert Ofstie, and Twyla Rettman. Each winner was...

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City sponsoring chuckwagon races in summer

Cold Lake, AB – Chuckwagons will be rolling into Cold Lake this summer.

The Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA) will be coming to the Cold Lake Ag Society, and the City of Cold Lake will a sponsor of the event.

“Chuckwagons are always a great show, and we’re thrilled to have their wagons race into our city,” said Mayor Craig Copeland. “The CPCA was last here in 2011, and we’re long overdue to see them return.”

The Cold Lake Agricultural Society in conjunction with Lakeland Connect...

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